Why I Love It When People Post Crap On Social Networking Sites
Read More: Social networking has grown my business more than any other marketing method I've used.
And I've tried just about everything...
From flyers on cars to fax blasting or spamming in the early 1990's (when it was still legal and I didn't know any better) onto newspaper & magazine classified and display ads for my MLM products & opportunity, to calling friends and family, cold calling from the yellow pages... buying leads from shady and not as shady lead companies... onto prospecting in the grocery store line or spending over $500,000 within a year in Internet advertising (yes, really).
Truly, I've done just about everything over the years. I've enrolled about 750 people in the process, and at least a few people using the least effective methods above (so glad it's over)!
None of those methods were as satisfying, successful, easy to implement, or as easy to teach and watch others duplicate as social networking.
I have spent a great deal of time teaching people how to duplicate the success I've had... generating well over 5000 leads personally in the last year through social networking alone... and over 20,000 leads through one of my affiliate programs, which teaches others how to use social networking to do what I do.
Why I Love To See Crap On The Social Networking Sites!
Most know me as someone who emphasizes the importance of "giving value" through social networking sites, and how to be a contributor rather than a spammer.
So why would I say in the title of this message that, "I Love It When People Post Crap On Social Networking Sites" when I am always teaching exactly how NOT to do that?
Answer:
Because I see it as an opportunity... and you can too!
With this opportunity I'm about to describe, you can attract large numbers of people to your lists, and to the products or services you sell. You can stand out in a crowd of people here at BetterNetworker and other social networking locations.
How?
You do it by leading by example-- providing value in the very social networking sites where people spam and pitch and make themselves look like amateurs.
I've already seen some people here at Better Networker come in and post a comment on some of my articles, basically pitching something (and trying to hide it because they know very well it's not cool to do so). But instead of getting upset, I just continue to teach. It's amazing how successful it is to focus on teaching.
Because when you do things the right way while others do things the wrong way, here's what happens:
- You attract more people.
- You attract better people.
- You build relationships because you establish the most important thing of all: TRUST
Using Crap As An Example...
When I see people post crap at a social networking site, I use it as an example of what not to do. I'm not mean about it. I don't see a spammer or self-interested marketer as a competitor, but instead, I see it as an opportunity to assist them (or if they are not receptive, to teach others).
I can kindly write them an email and let them know (in a non-emotional and non-judgmental tone) why their actions could be interpreted as spamming or overly self-promotional. And, if it seems appropriate, I may use their post as an example of what not to do.
Regardless of how I leverage the 'crap' I use it as an opportunity to teach.
You can do this on YouTube, Squidoo, and any of the many social networking sites you come across.
Be Kind If You Use Someone's Name When You Correct a Spammer
This doesn't mean you run around pointing fingers at people, overly focused on those who are overly promotional. In fact, it's almost the opposite. Assume people's best intentions.
Don't be too quick to jump at an opportunity to embarrass someone. Show up as a teacher, and sincerely be there to assist them. If you use someone's name it's important to be extra careful not to offend them. Otherwise, you look mean and this will not attract as many poeple to you. They'll be afraid of your judgment if they make a mistake.
I love it when I find a 'tribe' or community that has a lot of spamming going on. That's a perfect opportunity to come along and lead.
- Lead by example.
- Give value.
- Improve yourself.
- Teach.
- Be humble when you correct others.
- Be kind.
Do these things, and you will generate more leads than you'll personally know what to do with (assuming you have a good lead capture page in place, and you've learned how to get people there through your blogs & other content).
The social networking world offers everyone an even playing field to step up and give. Over time you learn how to direct people to your monetizing strategies (like ebook, subscription sites, your opportunity and products, etc).
If you make it your goal to improve your knowledge and skills, and give first... you'll become, well... a guru that everyone wants to know.
Look for opportunities here at Better Networker and other social networking sites to lead. Look for crap & give value in return.
If you follow through on this, let me know what you experience.
Partners in success!
Mike Klingler
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About the Author: Mike Klingler
Member Since: 11/02/2007
Company: Marketing Merge, Inc (Renegade Professional, Coaching Cognition, RUToolz, School Of Online Business, Marketing Funnel Mastery)
Industry: Education
Primary Web Site: http://www.MarketingMerge.com
Leading by Example
Yes, It's all about leading by example. And I love how you stressed the importnace of being kind when you point out spamming. Here is an example of how I did exactly what you are talking about in this video below. I may have been a little harsh and that's why I did not include his name.
Are you a Network Marketing Spammer?
Partners in Progress,
DiDi Alcheva
You've started attracting prospects who come to you...
Now get them jumping into your Network Marketing Business!
Renegade University shows you how!
Love It!
Wow, When I was looking for an article to read, I saw yours and the title cracked me up!
So, I read it....Love it. Very right on, thank you.
I am fairly newish to the internet marketing world...very interesting out here. Surprised (somehow I still manage to be somewhat Pollyannaish) by the spamy negative scam style attention grabbing that some folks utilize in their scratchy attempts to "market" their "services" and wannabe Guruhood offerings.
um. Thanks again for sharing your wisdom. I voted and am watching you!
Cheers,
Happy ThanksGiving time!
SuzyQ Bell
Well Said
Hey Mike,
Excellent article. I think both you and I are on the same wavelength as it relates to the proper way to use social media to market.
Keep on providing value to our community.
-Ferny
I couldn't agree more...
To me social networking is so addictive and once you get into it, its almost a passion and you just can't get enough, because its so fun! Let alone all the opportunities to promote your business. Now I will also add that there are dozens of them out there now that actually pay you just for using it and getting others to use it too. So, for anyone that just can't get enough social networking or just wants to make some money doing it, I suggest finding the dozens out there that actually pay you to use it. Or at least join one or two and take advantage of the opportunity, they are all free to join. The best one I have found that has the best pay-out, you will find on my signature. Sorry for the shameful plug, but it is on topic for this Article...
Thanks for the great post!
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Masterful, Again
Mike,
You set the bar very high when it comes to contributing content. Not only do you make a great point, but you educate all of us in such a way that we barely know we're being taught, because you are so engaging.
I made a similar observation on a Hub Page a while back about Marketing to Internet Communities, but I have to admit I didn't make my point nearly as well as you did here. Like many other readers here, I will continue to look to your work to model myself after (not copy...model). I always look forward to what you'll write next.
Lane Reiss
Amusing example...
Great article, Mike.
The other day I was watching the recording of a webinar by a marketer (supposed to be big in network marketing) on Facebook marketing... And he was spamming my Facebook profile in that webinar, and used that as an example to teach other people how to do the same. It was unbelievable.
Appreciate this well written article and re-emphasize this very important point in attraction marketing.
ME too
I Love Spammers with out them I am out of clients.
Your friend for life Juantia Waterman
Spammers Make the Rest of Us Look Awesome
Hi Mike
This carries through to all Social Sites that I am a member of. I see it everywhere! Twitter is one of the more obvious places - people really need to learn how to use Twitter to their advantage instead of making people run screaming!
Have a great day
Dotty
This is true leadership
Hi Mike, thanks again for another excellent contribution to the network marketing community,anybody who knows of you or has been following your work can sense that you are truly an unselfish leader who's not afraid to help people in building their online businesses.
By helping people discover that they might be marketing in the wrong way ie. posting crap you're showing true leadership,giving value and building relationships this is what attraction marketing is all about.
Great Insight Mike
Love this article Mike. Must be something in the air today, I posted about it on my blog, found a couple of articles on it at another forum where I'm a member, and now your article here on BN?
Seems like it's a hot strategy - so thanks for advising folks on how to not only use it themselves, but also a way to teach others which makes it a whole lot more fun for everyone.
Very Good Ideas
It is not about cutting somebody down to get them to trust you it is aobut getting people to trust you and want to be your friends. Once they are your friends and you build a relationship with them they will ask you for advice or what you are doing. Then you don't have to sell anybody anything. You have customers knocking on your door to buy. very Good point.
Your friends
Cynthia and James
Great Article
I appreciate your insight and your experience in this field. Since I am recently new to social networking, you are helping me to gain knowledge how to promote my business in an efficient manner.
Thanks,
Freddy Pilar
Excellent topic and well written
You've hit the nail on the head here Mike and this is the sort of training that we at BN need to hear. To have your eyes opened to what is being done in a poor manner or overly self promotional manner is, if you're open to self development, one of the best things that could be done for your business...
Good on you!
So True
Mike,
Once again you've provided us with great advice on the right way to be a leader in this industry. I've had people tell me that it was the honest, non-spammy way that I presented myself that attracted them to me. If we would all follow your advice network marketing would have a cleaner reputation with the general public instead of the scam/scheme way some look at our industry.
Keep the advice coming!
Sandy Kern
Mike,
Great Article,
I never thought of spamming as an opportunity, but as you clearly state it makes our efforts to provide value greatly appreciated. I know, I always look forward to reading your articles because I always learn something new, present case included.
Thank again, and keep up the good work.
Roberto Guerrero
You Lead by Example
Mike,
If there is one thing I always tell people that they will take away from your trainings, is you always lead by example. Once again you have proven me to be right. Thanks for a very good insightful article even though I have come to expect nothing but value from you.
Thanks again Mike
I have tended to stay away from social sites that were loaded with spammers. I try to give value and stay away from spamming myself because I don't like it. You have given me an opportinity to see those sites in a different light. I makes sense, those people need an education. With your insight I now see how their crap is a golden opportinity to provide real value and gain a following in return.
Thanks Mike
Grant logan
If you're looking there is always a silver lining
And as you have rightly pointed out social website spammers can create some of the best [silver lining] opportunities if you are open to seeing it that way.
Clearly that is the way you are choosing to see it. Excellent read and observation.... thanks.
To your success
Simon
The Title of Your Article Just Grabbed My Attention
Mike, You have taught us about attention grabbing content in the "Writing With Pull" Class you have through Renegade University (tutorial 24/7) - This article you wrote here is an example of your teaching skills once again.
Thank you for being such a great pace setter to keep us growing in our business.
Kathy
Lend a helping hand.
Treat others the way I want to be treated and always take the high road.
It works everywhere and in any situation. I offer respect and a helping hand.
They come.
Connie Loeschen
Spammers Rock
Mike - gees I have to shake your hand here. Amazing how someone who roams inside lots of delete boxs can raise the bar for those that are not. Kindness - is an old rule that still works today. Be kind
to people - and when they tell you no - there is no reason to lose your mind.
Learning how to work correctly on the internet has become so much more fun and gives you a better lift
when you add value that someone can use.
High Five Mike !
Angela Brooks
www.angelabrook.net